Or Hadash, meaning “new light,” is a home for Jewish connection, for the sacred, for authenticity, for the seeker.
New to Or Hadash? Discover how you can become part of our welcoming community. Whether you're exploring Judaism for the first time or seeking a new spiritual home, we welcome you to join us in meaningful connection and joyful practice.
We believe that we each hold a divine spark of light inside of us, whether we’re total novices in Jewish prayer and study or we come from years of experience. We bring our full selves here, and we invite you to bring your whole self, too.
Join us For the High Holidays.
Come sing, pray, eat and learn together. Explore our schedule of events. Programs begin before Rosh Hashanah and continue throughout Sukkot. We welcome you to be part of our community.
What We Offer
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Inclusive Worship
Experience services that honor tradition and embrace modernity.
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Lifelong Learning
Engage in educational opportunities for all ages.
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Community Connections
Participate in diverse groups and social events.
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Social Action:
Join us in making a positive impact through Tikkun Olam.
Join Us for Services
In-Person: Experience the warmth of our community firsthand.
Online: Participate via Zoom (password required) or YouTube (no password needed).
Rabbi Lauren shares one of her favorite fables in her 2024-5785 Yom Kippur message that encourages us to act with agency in the world. What do we want that agency to be? G'mar chatimah tovah - May you all be sealed along the path of life for good.
Featured Events
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Shabbat: August 29/30
Kabbalat Shabbat - 6:30 pm
Shabbat Morning Services: 9:15 am
Step out of your week and into Shabbat with song, prayer, and community.
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Daytime Book Club
Wednesday, August 27, 1:30 pm
We’re meeting to discuss West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. Join us in person or click here to join via Zoom.
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Torah in the Woods
Tuesdays, 12:00 pm
Begin again with Genesis on September 2! Join Torah in the Woods Tuesdays at noon on Zoom as we explore the Jewish Bible—24 books and 929 chapters of stories, poetry, and wisdom—while wrestling with the challenges of discovering contemporary meaning. One hour a week, five chapters at a time.
All are welcome. Click here to join the meeting.
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Tot Shabbat
Saturday, September 6, 11:00 am
Join Rabbi Lauren and Pam Cohen for a joyful, interactive Shabbat experience filled with music, stories, and movement—perfect for families with children ages 0–6 (and their siblings!). After the service, stay for Kiddush lunch and connect with other families. RSVP here.
This program is free and open to all—so bring your friends and share a special Shabbat morning at Or Hadash!
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High Holiday Song Circle
Saturday, September 6, 12:30 PM
Join us after Kiddush lunch to warm up our souls and prepare for the High Holidays by singing through beloved songs and prayers of the season, old and new melodies alike. You don’t have to be a brilliant singer, just willing to open your mouth and your heart!
Location: Or Hadash Courtyard
” At Or Hadash, we enable pathways for people to share who they are and the best of what they can bring to the wider community.”
- Or Hadash Member
Rabbi Lauren Henderson
Rabbi Lauren Henderson originally hails from Spartanburg, SC, and is thrilled to be returning to her southern roots as the newest Rabbi of Congregation Or Hadash.
